Assistant​/Associate Professor; tenure-track or Assistant​/Associate Professor of Practice; non-tenure-track

Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track) or Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (non-tenure-track) of Education Leadership (Faculty)

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Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track) or Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (non-tenure-track) of Education Leadership (Faculty) Posting Number F01820P Department USD-Educational Admin Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text

The Division of Educational Leadership in the School of Education at the University of South Dakota seeks applicants for an Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track) or Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (non-tenure-track) position. This is an on-campus, nine-month position with the possibility of summer teaching. The Division of Educational Leadership develops innovative scholar-practitioners and transformational leaders who use evidence-based research and critical thinking to solve complex problems of practice.

The successful candidate will teach and mentor students in the division's PreK- 20 educational doctorate (Ed.D.), master's, and specialist programs in hybrid and online course formats.

Primary responsibilities include teaching, mentoring graduate students, dissertation advising, research, and professional service. Other duties as assigned.

Applicants must possess an earned Ed.D. or Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Educational Leadership or a related field by August 21, 2026 and have successful experience as a PreK-12 school leader in the United States. Applicants must show evidence of accomplishments or strong potential for success in teaching, research leading to publication, and professional service.

Preference will be given to candidates who have superintendent or central administration experience. Preference will also be given to candidates who (a) have college teaching experience, especially across multiple modalities including face-to-face, online, and hybrid, (b) can forge meaningful relationships with students, and communicate a promising research agenda that contributes meaningfully to the work of the School of Education. Our Ed.D. program is part of the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED);

candidates with experience in CPED program would be preferred.

Salary:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Tenure-track or Professor of Practice (non-tenure-track) depending on experience, nine-month contract with optional summer contracts, full-time faculty position available August 22, 2026.

First Consideration Date of Application:
March 27,2026. Open until filled.

Please apply or.edu.

REQUIRED APPLICANT DOCUMENTS:

* Cover letter

* Professional vitae

* List and contact information for at least 3 references

* Doctoral transcript

Posting Date 02/17/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/27/2026 Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours

Varies based on teaching responsibilities

Typical Hours Worked Per Week At least 40 hours/week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA:
The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive; liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment over 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education, School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.

SCHOOL OF

EDUCATION:

The School of Education is organized into four basic Divisions:
Teacher Residency &

Education:

Educational Leadership;
Counseling and Psychology in Education; and Kinesiology & Sport Management. Graduate work is available through the doctorate in several program areas. The Education unit is accredited/approved by CAEP, CACREP, and NASP.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Contact Information

Please e-mail education.dean.

Working Conditions

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